
Medellin City Private Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 89 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Medellin City Private Tour worth booking?
Medellin City Private Tour is a 4-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $90 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 89 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (89)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Experience the main hot spots of Medellin with incredible vistas on this 4-hour tour! Feel the vibe in Downtown as your professional guide takes you to various locations in a new, comfortable vehicle, on the metro, metro cable (aerial cable car), and on foot! Delight your eyes with breathtaking panoramic views of the city from the top of the mountain summit and Santo Domingo Savio Library. El Pueblito Paisa in central Medellin will enthrall and captivate you with all it's charming colorful colonial edifices, church, museum, restaurants, cute shops, and much more. There is a tour upgrade option for guests that would like to go to the top of the summit and beyond to Arvi Park. This is a private tour with a professional, certified tour guide for you and your party only. Tour guides in other languages such as French and German are subjected to availability.
What you get
About this experience
Experience the main hot spots of Medellin with incredible vistas on this 4-hour tour! Feel the vibe in Downtown as your professional guide takes you to various locations in a new, comfortable vehicle, on the metro, metro cable (aerial cable car), and on foot! Delight your eyes with breathtaking panoramic views of the city from the top of the mountain summit and Santo Domingo Savio Library. El Pueblito Paisa in central Medellin will enthrall and captivate you with all it's charming colorful colonial edifices, church, museum, restaurants, cute shops, and much more. There is a tour upgrade option for guests that would like to go to the top of the summit and beyond to Arvi Park. This is a private tour with a professional, certified tour guide for you and your party only. Tour guides in other languages such as French and German are subjected to availability.
What's included
Included
- All Metro and Metro Cable fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- All parking fees
- Transport by private vehicle
- Professional certified guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Pueblito Paisa
Paisa town located on the top of Nutibarra Hill it's a replica of a typical colonial town. Enjoy the best view of the city from the top of the mountain.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Plaza Botero
Plaza Botero is a cultural and visual must-see for any visitor. The city of Medellin installed the plaza in between the Palacio de Cultura Uribe Uribe and the Museo de Antioquia in 2002 as part of an urban renewal program. The park has 23 sculptures given to the city by the famous Colombian artist, Fernando Botero.
40 minutes here
Rafael Uribe Uribe Palace of Culture
Walk around the famous cultural palace an unique Neogothic building located next door to plaza Botero.
15 minutes here
Visit this stuning colonial minor Basilic in down town Medellin.
10 minutes here
Pass by an unique park in the city that was once one of the most relevant ones in downtown.
Pass by without stopping
Iglesia de la Veracruz
Cute an unique little colonial church in downtown.
10 minutes here
Museum of Antioquia
Pass by and get a great photo at the entrance of the Antioquian museum.
Pass by without stopping
Medellin Metrocable
Visit the other side of our city that many don't get to see, jump in a safe cable car and learn about the transformation in the city.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Metro de Medellin
Our urban and modern metro train crosses the Metropolitan Area of Medellín from North to South and from Centre to West.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Return to your original location or pass by our office if you need further information.
Pass by without stopping
Parque Arvi
For guests that took the Arvi's park upgrade, Enjoy an extra cable ride to Arvi's park where you can find authentic snacks and exotic flowers and vegetation. Get away from the noice of the city and enjoy the park.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Medellin City Afternoon Tour
Afternoon Tour 1:30pm departureExperience the main hot spots of Medellin with incredible vistas in this four hour tour! Pickup included
Medellin City Morning Tour
Medellin City Tour am: Experience the main hot spots of Medellin with incredible vistas in this four hour tour! Pickup included
City + Arvi Park Upgrade
City + Arvi Park Tour Upgrade: Experience phenomenal views of the tranquil forest as you hover over the majestic Arvi park in a cable car, feel the cool breeze meandering through tall trees as you walk, and taste natural snacks. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Medellin Travels
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is casual
- Please be at the lobby of your hotel or outside your apartment building gate on time so we can start our tour promptly.
- Please note that we do not charge extra for tours in other languages besides English and Spanish. However, our guides in other languages such as French, German and Portuguese are subjected to availability.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 88 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
88 verified traveler reviews for Medellin City Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing experience to see...
Amazing experience to see the cultural side of Medellin, including how the past is shaping their future. Our tour guide Lina was amazing. Highly recommend her with Medellintravels.com.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Gregg! Coming from seasoned global travelers like you who have experienced tours all over the world, your words mean the absolute world to us At MedellinTravels.com, we are committed to providing truly unique, inclusive, safe, and personalized experiences for every traveler. As one of the very few certified companies in Colombia with a diploma in inclusive tourism and a differential approach, it was a true honor to share the culture, history, and vibrant future of our city with you on the Medellin City Private Tour. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Medellín very soon! Warm regards, Lina from Medellintravels.com
via Viator
Highly recommended
We enjoyed the tour very much! Carlos is a very knowledgeable and professional guide who made the tour quite fun. We learned a lot about the region, Colombian history, local cuisine and art. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Joanna Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a fantastic review! At Medellin Travels, we are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that our guide provided such an engaging, knowledgeable, and professional tour. Our Medellin City Private Tour is specially designed to offer a complete, high-end cultural immersion into Colombia’s rich history, world renowned art, traditional cuisine, and vibrant local transformation. By providing fully customized and flexible private logistics with certified, bilingual, and highly trained guides, we ensure our guests experience the absolute best of Medellín in a safe, seamless, and authentic way far beyond standard group tours or informal excursions. Whether exploring iconic landmarks, discovering artistic expression, or tasting local flavors, our priority is always to deliver an educational, fun, and top tier service tailored entirely to your pace and preferences. Thank you for choosing Medellin Travels and for highly recommending our private tour services in Colombia. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable private travel experience in the future! Warm regards, Lina from Medellintravels.com
via Viator
Today was great. We had...
Today was great. We had a very nice time on the tour. It was informative and we saw many picturesque spots. Friendly and mindful tour guide.
Response from the operator: Miguel Thank you so much for your wonderful review! At Medellintravels.com we are truly delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience exploring Medellín with us. Our Medellin City Private Tour is fully customized, tailored, and flexible to meet the unique interests and pace of each guest. We believe the best way to experience our vibrant culture, history, and picturesque spots is through a completely personalized itinerary designed around high safety standards, comfort, and authentic local connections. Every tour is led by our certified, highly trained, and bilingual professional guides who are passionate about sharing the true story of Colombia in an informative, engaging, and mindful manner. Whether visiting iconic cultural landmarks, enjoying breathtaking viewpoints, or discovering hidden gems away from crowds, our goal is always to deliver an exceptional, reliable, and world-class service. We sincerely appreciate you choosing Medellin Travels for your private city experience, and we look forward to hosting you, your family, or your friends on another exclusive Colombian adventure in the future! Warm regards, Lina Mora Manager Medellin Travels
via Viator
Medellín City Tour
I really liked the tour, our guide, John, was very friendly and explained the history behind all the spots we went. Tour recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience exploring the city with us. At Medellintravels.com, our dedicated team takes great pride in delivering insightful, rich history behind every iconic spot on our Medellin City Private Tour. Knowing that you had a great time and highly recommend our services means everything to us. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Medellín soon! Warm regards, Lina from Medellintravels.com
via Viator
A few hours in medillin
Guide very flexible , changed tour to align with our interests . Cable car ride was enjoyable and informative . Guides english was good
Response from the operator: Subh thank you so much for your review and for sharing your experience with us! At Medellintravels.com, we pride ourselves on being a highly flexible and customer centric company. We always do our absolute best to tailor and modify our itineraries to align perfectly with our guests' specific interests. It is wonderful to hear that your guide's flexibility and great English made your private city tour and cable car ride so enjoyable and informative. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Medellín for another personalized experience in the future! Best regards, Lina Mora Manager Medellín Travels
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $240
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Medellin Travels, who run 12 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.9.
See everything Medellin Travels runsWhy this scores 72
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Medellin City Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.
How much does Medellin City Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Medellín usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Medellin City Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Medellín is not rushed.
Is Medellin City Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 89 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Medellín, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Medellin City Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Medellin City Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Medellin City Private Tour?
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Around 31 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Medellín can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Medellín and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Medellin City Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Medellín within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Medellín?
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On Outty we rank every Medellín experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch, Half Day Bike Tour in Medellin - Local snack, Coffee or Beer, Guided Tour of Comuna 13 Medellín with Snacks Included. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Medellín?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Medellín?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Medellin City Private Tour?
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Included: All Metro and Metro Cable fees; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Private tour; All parking fees; and Transport by private vehicle. Not included: Food and drinks; Lunch; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Medellin City Private Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 98 listed pickup locations in and around Medellín. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Medellin City Private Tour offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Medellin City Private Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Medellin City Private Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Medellin City Private Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Medellín. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Medellin City Private Tour?
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Across 89 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Medellin City Private Tour?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Medellin City Afternoon Tour, Medellin City Morning Tour, City + Arvi Park Upgrade. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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